Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)

I have instructed my officials to draft the order. The policy decision has been made. I understand the reason for the delay is that it is more complex than anticipated. My officials are in discussions and negotiations with the Office of the Attorney General because clearly we must have an order which stands up legally. One of the difficulties they brought to my attention is that it is not as easy as comparing the price of drink. A pint is a pint, whether it is a pint of Bass, Guinness or whatever.

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